How to Design Work That People Love | Marcus Buckingham

What if everything we’ve been taught about strengths at work is wrong? This week, we’re chatting with Marcus Buckingham to challenge one of the most deeply-held beliefs in personal development: success comes from doing what you’re good at. According to Marcus, the real key to thriving isn’t competence…it’s love!

Pulling from decades of research, Marcus invites us to reframe our old beliefs. Failure isn’t the opposite of excellence (and vice versa) but something different entirely. By studying what people love, not just what they perform well in, Marcus uncovers a more effective way to design work, teams, and even organizations. His research reveals why so many workplace strategies fall flat—and why “good” experiences don’t always drive meaningful outcomes.

After this conversation, we hope you’ll walk away with a fresh lens on your own career, and maybe a provocative question or two to guide your path forward. Instead of asking, “Am I good at this?” try asking, “Does this give me energy?” and see how designing your work and life around what you love can change everything.

Want to watch this episode? Check it out on our YouTube Channel